Review: Scalped Vol.4: The Gravel In Your Guts

The last time I reviewed a collection of Scalped I said it was on the way to becoming Vertigo’s best book. The release of vol. 4 clinches that. Jason Aaron and R.M. Guera are creating the single bleakest piece of noir literature I have ever encountered, and man is it brilliant.

This volume contains two stories. First up is the two-part Boudoir Stomp, featuring some great guest art from Davide Furno. This tale explores the downwards spiral of a relationship between protagonist Dash Bad Horse and his junkie lover Carol. This is followed up by the title story in which Chief Red Crow declares war on his financial backers while strugling to live a slightly more righteous existence in order to honor the memory of the slain Gina Bad Horse.

Anyone who need proof of just how powerful a medium comics can be need look no further.